Spreading Chervil

Spreading Chervil (Chaerophyllum procumbens) prefers moist soil. Water regularly to maintain a high level of moisture in the soil. Water once or twice a week through the growing season, providing enough water to moisten the soil to a depth of 4 to 6 inches. Reduce watering in the fall and winter months when the plant goes dormant. Water the plant in the early morning hours, as damp foliage in the evening can lead to fungal diseases.

Spreading Chervil is a plant species that loves lots of sunlight. The ideal amount of sunlight for this species of plant is at minimum 8 hours each day. The sunlight should be direct and strong so the plant can get the full range of the sun’s nutrient-rich rays. During the hottest part of the day, between late morning and early afternoon, the sunlight should be the strongest to maximize the growth of the plant. During the early morning or late evening hours, the sunlight should still be direct but with lower intensity.

The Spreading Chervil (Chaerophyllum procumbens) should generally be pruned in May or June every year. When pruning, remove any dead, dying, or diseased stems and foliage and cut any remaining stems back to a height of 6-10 inches. Pruning the stems regularly helps to keep the Spreading Chervil looking tidy and encourages the shrub to produce new growth for the season ahead.